Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships for Low and Middle Income Countries 2023/2024

Applications are open for Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS) – a unique opportunity to study a two-years Master’s degree in a low or middle-income country of the Commonwealth.

Aimed at students who are committed to creating change in their communities, the scholarships are a life-changing opportunity to experience a new country and culture, to broaden horizons, and to build a global network that will last a lifetime.

Through cultural exchange and academic collaboration, Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholars help bring about positive change and find solutions to the shared challenges we face – both in their home countries and those that host them.

As an active part of the Commonwealth network, scholars will help shape its future.

Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships - Requirements

Applicants cannot apply for an award in their home country/country of citizenship as this is an international programme.

If you are attempting to apply for a QECS in a university in your home country you will not find your country in the drop down and should consider applying for an award in another country.

Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships - Benefits

Award recipients receive:

Fully-funded tuition fees

Living expenses allowance (stipend) for duration of award

Return economy flights to their host country

An arrival allowance

Research support grant – on request only; subject to approval

For more information and application details, see; Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships